Cardiac Evaluation in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) Associated With COVID-19

Indian Pediatr. 2022 Apr 15;59(4):339-340. doi: 10.1007/s13312-022-2502-9.

Abstract

Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is notorious for its cardiac involvement. We present a single center data of 71 children, of which 57.7% had myocarditis and 26.8% had coronary artery aneurysms. 45.1% required intensive care support and 29.6% needed inotropes - 91.5% received IVIG. All patients responded to therapy with no mortality.

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19* / complications
  • Child
  • Coronary Aneurysm*
  • Humans
  • SARS-CoV-2
  • Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome / diagnosis

Supplementary concepts

  • pediatric multisystem inflammatory disease, COVID-19 related